tooo much

ahh, at last!

loads of music last night. LOADS.

arrived in front of H&M at the appointed hour to find a rather giant crowd going crazy for Great Big Sea. easily upwards of 10000 around, quite possible a lot more down Yonge as well. who knew?

met up when Ben, James, and Joy and then came the Giraffes. really they're a brilliant idea on paper to have something in the crowd doing the stage changeover, but this caused an already late-running show to go much later, with BSS talking the cut on the set time.


briefly cute troublemakers

this has also been discussed heavily at the hangout since, and I've certainly expressed my displeasure at getting pushed around and barraged with annoying cicus music for 90 minutes. frank noted that it's a free show, and something different, and while I tip my hat to the bookers taking some risks, they really should have had a better handle on the entire production, as the whole thing was late, not just the controversial giraffes. (the show also contained not-so family friendly content, but when is opera ever pretty?).

also obscure was the decision to leave Dundas open! too expensive this year? what a mess.

all that vented, I thought BSS were terrific, and fun, and had a great mix overall. the new songs do sound very strong and from those I know who've heard the whole album we'll be in for a treat later this fall. until then, we're at the mercy of the wildlife.